A Correlational Study of Irrational Thoughts and Their Relationship with Depression, Aggression, and Mental Health in Adolescents

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A Correlational Study of Irrational Thoughts and Their Relationship with Depression, Aggression, and Mental Health in Adolescents

Mr. Sandeep Dhananjay Satonkar

DIP: 18.02.014/20220701

DOI: 10.25215/2455/0701014

Received: March 18, 2022; Revision Received: March 23, 2022; Accepted: March 28, 2022

Abstract

Adolescence is a critical developmental stage marked by cognitive, emotional, and behavioral changes, during which irrational thoughts can significantly influence psychological well-being. This study examined the relationship between irrational thoughts, depression, aggression, and mental health among 100 adolescents (50 males, 50 females) aged 18–21 years from Aurangabad, Maharashtra. Using a correlational research design, participants completed the Irrational Beliefs Scale (IBS), Beck Depression Inventory (BDI), Aggression Questionnaire (AQ), and General Health Questionnaire (GHQ-28). Pearson’s Product-Moment Correlation revealed statistically significant negative relationships between irrational thoughts and depression (r = -0.672, p < .001), aggression (r = -0.638, p < .001), and mental health (r = -0.772, p < .001). These findings suggest that, within this adolescent population, higher irrational thought levels are associated with reduced depression and aggression but poorer overall mental health.

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The author(s) declared no conflict of interest.

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ISSN 2455-670X

DIP: 18.02.014/20220701

DOI: 10.25215/2455/0701014

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Volume 07 Issue 1, January – March, 2022

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